TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THEY HEARD A LOUD THUMPING COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THEY INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED A METAL CONTAINER WITH A PLASTIC CASING THAT WAS GETTING BURNED DUE TO A FUEL LINE LEADING TO IT. THE CONTACT STATED THEIR VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN A RECALL WHERE THE STRAPS WERE PLACED TO HOLD THE GAS TANK WAS NEAR A UNIT THAT HAD…
2006 Hyundai Tucson body problems
moderate 5 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500
Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,500
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
THE REAR SUBFRAME CROSSMEMBER AND PARKING BRAKE ARE COMPLETELY CORRODED. THIS WAS NOTICED WHILE CHANGING THE BRAKES ON NOV. 1ST 2019
The contact owns a 2006 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the rear subframe had become inoperable and the contact noticed that the rear subframe was corroded. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not mad…
Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2006 Hyundai Tucson?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the body typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,500 for body repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to body?
No active recalls currently cover body issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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